In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Isaiah chapter 40 verse 10, which describes the coming of the Lord with a strong hand and His arm ruling for Him. The speaker highlights the anticipation and longing of the people of Israel for a Messiah who would deliver them from their enemies. The people wondered how this Messiah would display His power and reign over their oppressors. The speaker emphasizes the hope and expectation of the people for a powerful Savior who would bring deliverance and rule with authority.

John Chrysostom preaches about the power and wisdom of the Cross, contrasting the worldly wisdom with the divine wisdom of God. He emphasizes how the message of the Cross may seem foolish to those who perish but is the power of God for those who are saved. Chrysostom highlights the incredible impact of the Gospel spread by unlearned fishermen against all odds, showing the strength and wisdom of God surpassing human understanding. He challenges believers to live out their faith, be lights in the world, and engage with others, especially the Greeks, with patience, love, and a transformed life.

Jonathan Edwards preaches about how unbelievers contempt the glory and excellency of Christ, highlighting their refusal to acknowledge the greatness of Christ's person, work, and office. Edwards emphasizes that unbelievers do not honor, love, desire, or seek to be conformed to Christ's glory and excellency, showcasing their lack of respect and reverence towards Him. He points out the heinousness of unbelief, convicting natural men of their guilt and danger in setting at nought the infinite worthiness and dignity of Christ, leading them to see the worthlessness of their desires, efforts, and excuses in coming to Christ, and highlighting how justly God could refuse to give them an interest in Christ due to their contempt and disregard for His glory.

John Chrysostom preaches on the story of Ananias and Sapphira, highlighting the severity of their sin of sacrilege and deception, leading to their tragic deaths as a result of their greed and dishonesty. He emphasizes the importance of honesty, integrity, and the fear of God in our actions, warning against the dangers of covetousness and contempt for sacred things. Chrysostom draws parallels to other biblical examples of divine judgment for similar sins, urging his listeners to repent and turn away from falsehood and perjury to avoid the severe consequences that await the unrepentant.